Running for Absolute Beginners will assist you in reaching your 5k goal in just eight short weeks. This schedule starts with walking and gradually moves to running. The guide below contains tips and direction that will aid you as you follow the running schedule:
Cardio Walk (CW): Your cardio walks should maintain a brisk pace, swinging your arms front to back at chest level. This cardio walk will build your cardiovascular strength and endurance, and will help you to burn fat.
Strength Training (ST): Free weights, machines, and your own body weight will be your tools on strength-training days. Strength-training will teach your body to resist force, and in doing so your muscles will become stronger.
Mile (M): Your walking and running distances will increase in length as your fitness level improves.When you see a number followed by an ‘M’ in the schedule, you’ll know to cover that number of miles in your workout that day.
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